1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2003 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 49 kg more than 1968 Cadillac Calais. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet SSR. (449 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet SSR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 2003 Chevrolet SSR | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Calais | SSR |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 5316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 449 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 2154 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2950 mm |
